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The Story of Yoshitsune’s Invasion of Hell (Yoshitsune Jigokuyaburi)

Mid-17th century

Chester Beatty

Chester Beatty
Dublin, Ireland

The legend of the famous war lord, Minamoto no Yoshitsune (c. 1159–89), tells the story of how the hero and his followers conquered the underworld. In this scene, Yoshitsune’s loyal companion, Benkei, splits open the head of one of the demons, while Yoshitsune, holding a fan, looks on.

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  • Title: The Story of Yoshitsune’s Invasion of Hell (Yoshitsune Jigokuyaburi)
  • Date Created: Mid-17th century
  • Physical Location: Dublin, Ireland
  • Location Created: Japan
  • Original Source: Chester Beatty, Dublin
  • Rights: © Trustees of the Chester Beatty Library, Dublin
  • Collection Number: CBL J 1017.1, f.18b
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